Winter Sports start next week! Please check out the schedule for boys and girls middle school basketball tryouts. Students that are interested in trying out should make arrangements to stay after school on those days. #SIS
Mark your calendars! Our Specials team is hosting our next family engagement night on Tuesday, Dec. 9th at 6:00 pm. This event was a huge hit last year. Students will be performing and showcasing their work through galleries. Please make sure to come out! #SIS
Our November PBIS incentive is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 24th! In order for students to attend, they cannot recieve ISI or OSS during the month of November. Let's stay focused and finsh this month strong before Thanksgiving break! #SIS #bootsontheground
Save the date! Our SIS Fall Sport's Banquet will be held on Thursday, Nov. 13th at 5:00 pm. If parents are interested in donating items for the banquet, please contact Ms. Blake at sblake@somerset.k12.md.us.
Please follow our new instagram page to stay updated with all events happening at SIS! Scan the QR code to follow us @sisherons
There is still time to RSVP for Trunk or Treat!!!
Red Ribbon Week is October 27-31...check out this flyer for more details!!
Get ready to LIKE and SHARE! We have partnered with @FFFCUofMD to support #SCPS students and families!
For 24 hours, #FFFCU will donate $1 for every LIKE their Instagram post receives! An additional $1 will be donated for each SHARE on your story using #FFFCULikeForACause. The donations will help our community prepare for a successful school year!
Head to FFFCU's Instagram to learn more or visit: https://www.firstfinancial.org/events/2025-fffculikeforacause/
For 24 hours, #FFFCU will donate $1 for every LIKE their Instagram post receives! An additional $1 will be donated for each SHARE on your story using #FFFCULikeForACause. The donations will help our community prepare for a successful school year!
Head to FFFCU's Instagram to learn more or visit: https://www.firstfinancial.org/events/2025-fffculikeforacause/
🎆 Reminder: All SCPS schools and offices will be closed July 3 & 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day.
As we celebrate the birth of our nation, may we reflect on the ideals of liberty, equality, and democracy that continue to shape the American story. Wishing our SCPS community a safe and meaningful Fourth of July!
#IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly #OneNation
📅 Reminder: All SCPS schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in observance of Juneteenth, a recognized state and federal holiday.
Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the United States and invites us to reflect on the ongoing pursuit of justice, resilience, and freedom—core ideals of the American promise.
#Juneteenth #OneNation #LibertyAndJusticeForAll
All Somerset County Public Schools phone lines are currently down today, 5/19/25. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to restore service.
Happy National School Communicators Day!
Today, Friday May 9, we celebrate the voices behind the stories—our school communicators! From sharing student successes to navigating tough conversations, they ensure our families stay informed, connected, and inspired. Thank you for being the bridge between our schools and our community. Your work matters!📢💗🏫
Thank you,
Ms. Kristen Davis at Princess Anne Elementary📢
Mrs. Rachel Laird at Greenwood Elementary📢
Ms. Stephanie O'Hara at Somerset Intermediate📢
Ms. Jennifer Jones at Deal Island Elementary📢
Mrs. Jennifer Ward & Ms. Savannah Hoffman at Carter G. Woodson Elementary📢
Mrs. Lynne Brumley & Ms. Malika James at Washington Academy & High School📢
Mr. Jeremy Holland & Mrs. Dawn Lankford at Somerset County Technical High School📢
Ms. Vickie Nelson at Crisfield Academy & High School📢
We see you, we appreciate you, and we couldn’t do it without you! #TeamSCPS #SmallButMighty #SchoolCommunicatorsDay
📢Important Announcements in this video message from Dr. Tasker-Mitchell for the month of May 2025: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UD9HfdHnJLw
🍎 It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! Take a moment to thank a teacher who’s made a difference.
🩺 Happy School Nurse Day! Shout-out to our amazing school nurses who care for students in so many ways—seen and unseen.
💚 Children’s Mental Health Matters Week – Wear GREEN tomorrow (Thursday, May 8) to show your support!
📝 MCAP Testing is underway in our secondary schools—make sure students are rested and ready.
💬 FY26 Budget Update – We’re working hard to finalize the budget. Stay informed and involved by attending or watching Board meetings online.
🎓 Graduation season is near! Congrats to the Class of 2025—senior celebrations are just around the corner!
🎓✍️ Calling all young writers!
Join us for The Shore Way to College Virtual Creative Writing Workshop on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 10 AM–12 PM on Zoom. Whether you're crafting poems, stories, or essays, this free workshop will help sharpen your skills and boost your confidence!
📚 Open to students of all experience levels. Come get inspired!
🔗 Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87520943836?pwd=FxYrX0hMShJDMsm6lVaRVYBBTa4IPy.1
📌 Meeting ID: 875 2094 3836
🔒 Passcode: 906764
#ShoreWayToCollege #CreativeWritingWorkshop #StudentWriters #CollegeReady #EasternShoreYouth
Missed it yesterday? 🎥 Check out Somerset’s amazing 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Kristen Bratcher of Somerset Intermediate School, on WBOC’s DelmarvaLife! Her interview shows just why she’s so loved by her students and colleagues. 🌟 🍎📔✏️ https://bit.ly/4cXGSgf
Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Somerset Teacher of the Year, Kristen Bratcher!
Kristen, 6th Grade Science Teacher from Somerset Intermediate School, has been named both the Secondary Teacher of the Year and the overall 2025-2026 Somerset Teacher of the Year! Her passion for teaching, unwavering commitment to her students, and ability to inspire excellence make her a shining example of the impact educators have every day.
We also proudly recognize Allison Grove, Elementary Teacher of the Year from Carter G. Woodson Elementary and this year’s outstanding finalist. Thank you both for your dedication to the students and families of Somerset County Public Schools!
Somerset County Public Schools is operating on time today, Thursday, March 20, 2025. Some local news stations have mistakenly reported a delay, but all schools and offices are open on a normal schedule.
Somerset Intermediate School’s very own Mr. Jason Pfirman, Coding Teacher, is featured in the March 2025 issue of the Maryland Center for Computing Education (MCCE) newsletter! 🖥️✨
Mr. Pfirman’s journey into Computer Science education, his passion for blending creativity with problem-solving, and his dedication to helping students develop resilience through coding make him an incredible educator and role model. From stop-motion animation projects to collaborative coding challenges, he’s inspiring the next generation of tech-savvy learners.
Check out his full interview here: 🔗 https://mailchi.mp/444fab1d7adc/mcce-march-2025-newsletter?e=b970a6ab0a
#SCPSProud #CSinEducation #CodingForAll #FutureReady 💡🚀
Due to flooding in low-lying areas, schools will operate on a two-hour delay for students and teachers on Monday, March 17, 2025. Twelve-month staff should report on time as scheduled. Please use caution while traveling.
📢 State Board of Education Members Visit SCPS!
Today, we welcomed Maryland State Board of Education Chair Dr. Joshua Michael, new State Board Member, Mr. Alverne "Chet" Chesterfield , and Student Representative Abhiram Gaddam to Somerset Intermediate School and Washington Academy & High School!
Mr. Chesterfield, a former Somerset BOE member, enjoyed returning to familiar grounds, while Abhiram, from neighboring Wicomico County Public Schools, brought the student perspective to the visit. Our guests had the opportunity to engage with students and faculty, gaining insight into the incredible work happening in our schools.
Thank you for your time and support! #MarylandPublicSchools #ForwardTogether #SCPSProud #EducationMatters 🎓👏
